Laugh out loud moments

I love it when I find a book that runs away with my emotions. Finding one that makes me tear up, grin, like a lunatic, makes my heart twitterpated, and laugh out loud(the elevator scene with Justin had me dying) is as close to a Festivus miracle as I can imagine. I'm a nutshell, that was this book.

From the get go, Georgina "George" was delightful. I loved watching her banter and give statistics and being a dominating force while also second guessing herself. Sebastian was just as delightful. He appeared callous and a playboy when I'm reality he was, at the heart, a gentleman. These two together proved that they were perfect for each other.

Got chemistry, a dog is die for, a chance to heal from loss, ex's, baseball as a backdrop, and a chance for a happily ever after made this my favorite from this author. I highly recommend. ( )

This was recommended because I love The Hating Game. It's not exactly the same, but has the same vibes and is excellently written. I think the difference is that I disliked Sebastian a lot at first unlike Joshua in THG. But it didn't take long for his real personality to show up and he really is a marshmallow inside.
Georgina, or George as she's known in her consulting work, is hired to revamp Modern Man magazine. This puts her right in the sights of Sebastian Quinn, the player guy with BDE who revitalized the magazine several years ago. They have to work together despite the burning attraction and no fraternization rule in the office.
I appreciated that Ms. Hawkins walks a fine line in the Me Too era with a situation like this, but she did a good job of treating everyone fairly. George has issues because her ex demeaned her constantly, and Sebastian has a facade from growing up from a poor background. It's because of the other that each is able to overcome their situations; well, each other and a lovable Great Dane.
I'm honestly surprised at how much I liked this book. Office romances often are unequal, but this was a great story of two people who honestly deserve each other. ( )

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I loved this. It made me cry and I think it was the perfect book to start the year with because of the way it made me reflect. And Hawkins even surprised me with the way she handled some arguments in the book, so kudos to her. ( )

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4.5 Stars

Georgina Keller assumes the name George during her nine to five, determined not to let anyone take advantage of her good girl ways at work. There she wants to be seen as in control and in charge, especially in her new position at Modern Man. Sebastian Quinn lets the headlines speak for him; party guy, ladies man, and daredevil are just a few things they say about the handsome Creative Director at Modern Man. The magazines in a downward spiral though and Georgina is brought in to repair the reputation that Sebastian has created for it. The two clash from the very first moment and while attraction simmers between them neither wants to let the other win.

"I'd come to Newton that weekend certain Georgina hated me. Now I'd gone and missed my shot with her. Did I even want a shot?"

It is probably no surprise to anyone that I loved Right Where I Want You. I am a self-proclaimed super fan of Jessica Hawkins and I buy anything she releases, so of course I was stoked for this book. Plus, it offered us a contemporary romance, one not driven by angst, but more so by chemistry. While the fan-girl in me loved this book automatically, I made sure to leave her behind for this review.

Right Where I Want You thrusts readers immediately into the fast-paced, business-driven New York City streets. There's snippy business women, handsome men in suits, and there's Georgina acting like a bit of a pushover, at least until we see her take charge in the conference room. Sebastian too gives off different vibes, showing a sweeter side to himself until we see him saunter down the office halls. While I didn't quite connect with Georgina's alternate personalities, I loved Sebastian, and I extra loved their insane chemistry. Talk about office romance done right! And if you love enemies-to-lovers tropes, we get that too. Sebastian knows his job is on the line and he certainly doesn't want to give it up to a girl who goes by George, but some of the things Georgina wants to see done make sense and the rest he's forgotten due to staring at her. As they put the bad behind them to give love a chance they discover that sometimes there is some truth to first impressions.

"Finally, I had exactly what I needed to take her out. Now I just had to ignore the disturbing thought that I might rather ask her out."

Jessica Hawkins takes us on a journey of self discovery with hilarious and heartwarming moments that find the characters unable to deny their attraction to one another. Right Where I Want You was the perfect book for me to end 2018 with and if you haven't read it yet, definitely put it on your January 2019 lineup. It's a must read, full of sweet, funny, and sexy moments that'll have you entertained until the very last page.

ARC provided. ( )